Department: Family & Matrimonial
Location: Derby, UK
Description
Due to growth, we are looking to hire an additional Family Solicitor for our Family & Matrimonial department, to support our regional and national clients, including high-net-worth individuals.
The Family Solicitor will manage a caseload of complex fee-earning matters whilst growing and developing the business through active involvement in business development strategies in conjunction with marketing and business development teams.
We are ideally looking for candidates with 2-4 PQE; however, applicants outside of this will be considered.
Reporting directly to the Head of Family & Matrimonial and based at our offices in Pride Park in Derby, 36.25 hours per week.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage a varied caseload of complex matters that will include:
* Drafting, negotiating, and advising on pre and post marital agreements.
* Matrimonial finance.
* Shareholding issues and pension disputes.
* Private law children disputes.
* Manage your own caseload and work independently.
* Conducting your own files through to conclusion.
* Use the Team's case management system effectively.
* Work to a consistently high standard and be self-motivated.
* Be actively involved in marketing and business development activities.
* Provide ongoing technical support on matters for more junior fee-earners.
* Ensure personal legal knowledge is kept up to date and new advancements are communicated to the wider team.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
* Ideally 2-4 years plus PQE exclusively in the field of Family Law.
* Possess excellent client care and communication skills.
* Have a sound knowledge of IT systems and processes, such as the Microsoft suite.
* Be a hard-working and highly-motivated individual with the ability to work cohesively as part of a team.
Disclosure will be required in the event that a position is offered.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Bonus potential
* Great working environment at our Derby Head offices
* Career Development opportunities
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Options to buy & sell 1 week's holiday
* 1 week's holiday carry over
* Extra day off for your birthday
* Staff card discount scheme for local shops
* Social days and evenings on the firm
* Staff discounts on legal services
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